研磨
研磨する · noun or participle which takes 'suru'
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 研磨する | 研磨しない |
| Polite | 研磨します | 研磨しません |
| Past polite | 研磨しました | 研磨しませんでした |
| Past | 研磨した | 研磨しなかった |
| Te-form | 研磨して | 研磨しないで |
| Desire | 研磨したい | 研磨したくない |
| Potential | 研磨できる | 研磨できない |
| Passive | 研磨される | 研磨されない |
| Causative | 研磨させる | 研磨させない |
| Causative passive | 研磨させられる | 研磨させられない |
| Volitional | 研磨しよう | |
| Polite volitional | 研磨しましょう | |
| Imperative | 研磨しろ | 研磨するな |
| Conditional | 研磨すれば | 研磨しなければ |
| Tara conditional | 研磨したら | 研磨しなかったら |
Meanings
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
Physical process of smoothing, shining, or shaping a surface by abrasion. Used for metals, lenses, gemstones, and similar materials.
The work of grinding lenses is very delicate.
This gemstone was polished and its brilliance increased.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
refining; polishing (skills); disciplining oneself
Metaphorical extension: improving a skill, knowledge, or character through dedicated effort. Often used with words like 技術, 腕, 人格, or 知識.
He practices every day to refine his skills.
I intend to polish my language ability while studying abroad.
Usage patterns
- レンズを研磨するto grind/polish a lens
This factory polishes thousands of lenses every day.
- 技術を研磨するto hone one's skills
He has honed his cooking skills over many years.
- 〈物〉の表面を研磨するto grind/polish the surface of something
They polished the metal surface to bring out its shine.
- 人格を研磨するto refine one's character
He refines his character through rigorous training.